Artwork
Raja Bahadur Singh of Bhoti and Wazir Labh
Raja Bahadur Singh of Bhoti and Wazir Labh is a paint painting by the Patna School of Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1791 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This 1791 painting, executed in opaque watercolour on paper, portrays Raja Bahadur Singh of Bhoti and his younger brother, Wazir Labh, in conversation.
Subject & Meaning
The two figures, dressed in white robes and adorned with gold jewelry and red turbans, sit on raised platforms, engaged in a quiet exchange. One holds a sword, while the other rests his arm on a small table, suggesting a dignified and possibly official discussion.
Technique & Style
The painting features a plain green foreground and a simple background with a fenced grassy area, a tree, and a sky with fluffy clouds. Bright colors such as reds, greens, and golds are used to highlight the figures and their attire, creating a striking visual contrast.
Artist & collection
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